SmartThings Hub v2 (2015)

Some functionalities can run locally with Hub v2. Certain automations driven by Zigbee or Z-Wave devices will not have to make a round trip from the device, to the Hub, up to the cloud, and back.

Battery backup

Hub v2 comes with 4 AA batteries. This battery backup allows certain automations to continue, even without power, for up to 10 hours.

USB ports

To set the groundwork for future expansion, v2 includes two USB ports.

SmartThings Wifi

SmartThings Wifi is a mesh Wi-Fi router with SmartThings Hub capabilities and Plume® integration built-in. SmartThings will replace your current Wi-Fi router and allow you to increase the strength of your home network by using additional Wi-Fi sub hubs, as well as acting as Zigbee and Z-Wave repeaters to increase the strength of your Zigbee and Z-Wave networks.

SmartThings Hub v1 (2013)

SmartThings Hub v1 (2013) is the first-generation Hub. This Hub is no longer manufactured or sold in the official Samsung Shop, but it may still be found through other vendors.

ADT Security Hub

The ADT Security Hub is the brain of your smart home with a home security system built-in. It features a 7-inch touchscreen control panel, a built-in siren, battery and cellular data backup, and dual-encryption wireless technology.

The ADT Security Hub features many additional capabilities beyond what the built-in SmartThings Hub can do, including:

Connecting ADT Security Devices

The ADT Security Hub supports ADT detectors and alarms to help protect your home from intrusion, fire, floods, and more.

The ADT Security Hub supports optional 24/7 ADT Professional Monitoring Services to help protect your home and family, which includes a range of intrusion detection and life safety services with low month-to-month rates and no long-term contracts.

The ADT Security Hub comes with a battery backup for even more peace of mind. The backup battery has a 24-hour life span and is not intended for long-term use.

To learn more about the ADT Security Hub's battery backup, click here.

SmartThings Link for NVIDIA SHIELD™

SmartThings Link for NVIDIA SHIELD™ is a small device that plugs into the USB port on the back of the NVIDIA SHIELD, allowing it to connect wirelessly with a wide range of smart devices and make them work together. SmartThings Link contains ZigBee and Z-Wave radios.